Several top players miss 2026 World Matchplay of Darts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 1:49 PM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
The 2026 World Matchplay of Darts in Blackpool will not feature several notable players. Mike De Decker, currently ranked #21, will miss his third appearance in the event. Dave Chisnall remains on the cusp of qualification but risks ending a 15-year streak. Michael Smith, Peter Wright, Dimitri Van den Bergh, and Raymond van Barneveld are also set to miss the tournament due to various challenges, including injuries and form. With this tournament approaching, the list of absentees may change if any late qualifiers emerge.
- •Mike De Decker ranked #21 and misses another Matchplay.
- •Dave Chisnall risks missing for the first time since 2010.
- •Michael Smith and Peter Wright also miss their second consecutive Matchplay.
- •Dimitri Van den Bergh is inactive on the tour and will not compete.
- •Raymond van Barneveld could have played his last Matchplay.
- 1:49 PMYahoo Sports — Big names set to miss the 2026 World Matchplay of Darts
"The Matchplay is around the corner, but several stars won't be playing this year.
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